Wednesday, December 26, 2012

Although I
consider LA my home now, Atlanta will always hold a special place in my
heart. I lived there for 24 years in the
same 35 mile radius. I grew up in
Roswell/Alpharetta, when to college downtown and lived in Virginia Highlands
& Buckhead before making the big move out west. Even though I only get back once or twice a
year max I have my list of must dos while I am visiting. They mainly revolve around food, go figure.

1. Noche,
Virginia
Highlands-I have had so
many wonderful memories here over their amazing sangria.This is where M and I had dinner the night he
proposed to me.

2. Mellow
Mushroom, The Avenues-If M and I can figure out a way to
franchise this place out here we will be instant millionaires, I’m convinced.

3. Ippolitos,
Norcross-I worked here for 3 years in college and
had the time of my life.There are many
days when I am super stressed out I think back to a simpler life of waiting
tables and how much I really loved it.This mom and pop Italian food is to die for, but you could easily get
full on the garlic rolls.

4. The
Forum, Norcross-I
love this outdoor shopping area.It is
quaint, has my favorite store {J. Crew} and just feels like the south while
walking around.Also the landscape is
always perfect.

5. Tin
Lizzy’s, Buckhead-I have gotten wasted here more times than I can count.Such a fun spot to meet for happy hour and
their margaritas are super yummy!

6. Souper
Jenny’s, Buckhead-I used to work 5 minutes from this place
and totally regret not going more often.They have the best sandwiches and soups.If you don’t go here what a-shame.

7.The
Grandparents House, Cumming-Each time we come home we spend one afternoon chatting with
M’s 80+ grandparents and their puppy Molly.They want to hear all about life in LA, what we are up to and tell us all
the family gossip.It is so fun to
hangout and get our quality time in.

8. Murphy’s,
Virginia
Highlands-This place is
iconic VH.Their brunch is to die
for.You might have to wait forever, but
trust me it is worth it.

9. Chick-Fil-A,
Everywhere-Yes, I know I
might get some flack for this, but you don’t grow up in Atlanta without loving
Chick-fil-a.Breakfast, lunch or dinner
it is amazing anytime of the day, except for Sunday which is when I always want
it.

10. Our
Parents House, Alpharetta/Johns Creek-It’s a tie. I couldn’t pick one over the other, which
would start world war three.
Kidding. There is something about
being home for the holidays that makes me so happy. Seeing our family, friends, wide street
lanes, lots of greenery and manners makes it feel like home. We don’t have any plans of ever living in the
south again so we have to enjoy it while we can.

Monday, December 24, 2012

I hope all your shopping is done, your presents are wrapped and you are spending time with your loved ones. I thought it would be fun to share a few pictures from Christmas pasts with you. Don't worry, this isn't meant to be completely overwhelming.

Friday, December 21, 2012

Ashley isn't doing the link-up until the new year, I just feel this is such a fun way to wrap up the week, so here we go...

Dear
Atlanta, This evening we will grace your with
our presents and I couldn’t be more excited about it. To see friends and family over the next week
makes my heart so full! Dear Allie & Brock, I feel like I
am going on a home makeover show when we arrive at your house tonight. Knowing you completed your guestroom just in
time for our stay means the world to us.
It will be so nice to have a home base for our stay this trip. Also the rental car is awesome too. Best sister {in-law/husband duo} ever! Dear
Mom, Dad, Sandy, Steve, Rebecca, Kristie & Taylor, I am so looking
forward to our dinner tomorrow night.
The evening will be filled with amazing drinks, food, laughs and perfect
company. I know tomorrow night I will
feel completely, totally blessed. Dear Self, Remember these moments. Dear
Delta, Please keep M and I safe as well as everyone else traveling this
holiday season. The world doesn’t need
anymore tragedy. Dear Santa, I’ve been pretty blessed this year, the number one
thing on my Christmas list this year is for M to have the opportunity to make
his movie. I know God has a
pretty fabulous plan for us so I am willing to be patient. We are ready for whatever he has planned;) Dear Zero Dark Thirty, You exceeded my super high expectations! 2 hours and 40 minutes flew by! I was blown away by Jessica Chastain's performance. Seriously hand this girl an Oscar now. Ms. Bigelow you killed it again. I love that you are a woman directing big, bad war movies. Seriously inspiring! To my friend, Banner...it's always fun seeing your name in the credits:)

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Today I am linking up with Kristen over at All In My Twenties with our Christmas card this year. Each year I love picking out our card. We typically stick with something pretty traditional because that's what the husband likes. Believe it or not, he is pretty traditional when it comes to Christmas, which surprises me as much as it might you.

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Goodbye Gossip Girl:( For the past 6 years this has been one of my favorite TV shows and no matter how corny it became I watched it every week religiously. I couldn't have been happier with the outcome. It was perfect in my opinion. I received my happily ever after and I am not addicted to Florence + The Machine's You've Got The Love. Perfect ending song.

Monday, December 17, 2012

This weekend was one for the books. It was absolutely perfect. Friday night was our holiday happy hour at
the office. Our Mammoth trip was
announced, I was able to chat with my amazing co-workers and feel the holiday
spirit all around me. I can’t believe
how lucky I am to work with such amazing people everyday. Seriously I am beyond blessed.

{Our office holiday decor}

Later that night I met up with Ashley, Julie & Michaela.Ash was in town to go to a bridal shower in Santa Barbara the following day so she stayed the night with me.We talked about blogging, the holidays and just girl stuff.It was fun having a sleepover with the girls, but not one photo was taken.Blogger fail.

Saturday morning I was up bright and early to see the girls
off and then started my jammed packed day.
It was my best friend’s sons, first birthday! In about 3 hours she was having 30 people + 8
kids over to celebrate. Needless to say
we were in “go-mode” up until the first guests arrived. The day was filled with lots of laughs and
watching the kids play. It was perfect!

{how adorable is this little guy?!}

Sunday was a rainy day here so football, movies, reading and
Chinese takeout was the perfect ending to our weekend.

Even with all the joy around us this weekend, our hearts
were heavy with the sad news on Friday.
The children, parents, teachers and community are in our prayers.

Living in LA with my husband who is working on getting his first feature film made. I work in Marketing for a pretty rad company and love it. Traveling, running and spending time with friends make me happy.